The reality of parenting captured with a click!

When we think about our baby’s first photos we think picture-perfect, right? Stunning “Anne Geddes-like” images but with our own child! While most parents walk away with dozens of adorable pictures of their bundle of joy, there are some horrifyingly cute newborn photo shoots that prove that, like parenting, a first professional photo shoot can be a wild ride. Here are some of our favorite outtakes.

Take the surprised dad who was preparing for a tender moment with his newborn but instead witnessed a gusher. His face is priceless!

Sometimes a newborn will surprise parents and photographers with something even worse. Yes, this happens. Remember, we said “horrifyingly cute.”

Sibling rivalry often comes out in full swing during a photo shoot. Come on, mom and dad, we all want to be the center of attention! These three sisters will have a photo to laugh at for years to come.

How about when a newborn looks bored out of his mind?! This little one doesn’t seem at all impressed by the lights, cameras and action of a photo studio.

Is that really just an itch? Perhaps this infant is trying to tell us how they really feel about being in the spotlight.

This is just epic! Baby girl Lilly didn’t want a typical photo. Instead this is what she gave mom and dad to share with friends on Facebook. It appears there’s some comedic genius brewing in them bones.

Prepare yourself for this one. The entire family was caught up in a mess you can only laugh at. Except for the dog, who wants nothing to do with this photo.

Making their parents blush from the beginning is an art. Hopefully these newborns can look back and laugh at themselves when they get older, and we’re kind of hoping their picture–taking skills improve by their wedding day.